Suit Of Armour Collection
"In Manus Tuas Domine! A Glimpse into the Timeless Valor of the Suit of Armour" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of knights and chivalry
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"In Manus Tuas Domine! A Glimpse into the Timeless Valor of the Suit of Armour" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of knights and chivalry. The year is 1879, and Briton Riviere's masterpiece "In Manus Tuas Domine. " transports us to a medieval jousting tournament where two valiant knights compete for glory. Travel further back to 1857, as Dante Gabriel Rossetti paints "The Wedding of St George and Princess Sabra, " capturing the enchantment of a fairytale love story amidst a backdrop of shining armor. But not all armor is reserved for noble deeds. Witness Ned Kelly, an Australian outlaw from 1918, who dons his homemade suit of armour while gripping a handgun tightly. His defiance against authority echoes through history. Oliver Cromwell, depicted in full battle attire with a seascape behind him, reminds us that even leaders must be prepared to defend their beliefs on both land and sea during turbulent times. Shakespeare's King Henry brings together Prince Henry, Hotspur, and Falstaff - three distinct characters whose lives intertwine amidst political intrigue and battles fought with unwavering determination beneath gleaming suits of armour. Lucas Cranach the Elder takes us on a journey to ca. 1520-25 with his portrayal of Saint Maurice clad in magnificent armor - an emblematic figure representing courage and devotion throughout centuries past. Experience epic clashes like never before as we witness "The Battle Of Towton" unfold before our eyes; its depiction from c1920 captures the raw intensity felt by warriors encased within their protective shells. 1415 marks another historic moment etched into memory - "The Battle Of Agincourt. " This c1850 illustration encapsulates the triumphs achieved by those armored soldiers who defied all odds on that fateful day.